Napoleon heir visits Ajaccio

Napoleon heir in Ajaccio - Napoleon's heir Prince Jean-Christophe Napoléon has taken part in celebration in Ajaccio, Corsica to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Emperor's birth. The 33-year-old investor who works in London said on Wednesday "It is a great pleasure to be here, just a few steps from the Bonaparte house and the imperial chapel where my family members rest, including my grandfather,". The Prince attended the reconstruction of the battle of Austerlitz, with 700 enthusiasts from all over Europe taking part and he will also be present at the official ceremonies taking place today.

 

 

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